Ramadan is a holy month for them, so they are a bit strict on this. there are basic rules that anyone have to go by when in Public Areas.Eating and drinking in public during the daytime is forbidden and breaking this rule may very well result into a spell in jail. Alcohol is also highly unlikely to be available during the day .You cant drink, smoke, eat (even chew gum) from sunrise to sunset or until they declare the breaking of fast in the evening.However, visitors can order room service or eat at certain hotel restaurants. Establishments offering daytime refreshments during Ramadan are usually away from public view. Some restaurants also offer home delivery during Ramadan.It is advisable that women travellers dress conservatively and avoid flashy make up as conservative sentiments are at their peak during Ramadan. The streets will be packed and traffic will be horrible just before the breaking of fast as a lot of people will hurry to go home to break fast with families and friends. There will also be an increase of road accidents as people tend to drive fast just to be home on time. When taking a taxi or going from place to place avoid going out just before sunset, sometimes, if the taxi driver is a muslim and gets caught up on the road during prayer time, they might stop and lay their rugs on the roadside and pray - that means you will be waiting in the taxi until they finish praying. Some people who are fasting may have fluctuation of moods, because when they fast and are hungry during the day they may not even smile. so, dont be surprised! Also, men who are fasting will not talk to a lady and vise versa, they might not even look at you and will tend to ignore you. so dont get offended in case this happens. For ladies avoid wearing less clothes, if you can just try to wear something that covers your shoulders and avoid swearing or shouting in Public Areas as this is offensive for those who are fasting.
Some bars will be open, however majority will be closed. There will be no entertainment like live bands, disco and other events. It's traffic during the night time all over the city as a lot of families tend to go out together. Most beaches and public places will be jammed with people, especially the shops and restaurants. Most shops will be open after sunset, perhaps there might be a couple of them open during day time but very few. The hotels serves alcoholic beverage however only during evening (of course after sunset),
There will be some arabic tents on the beach offering hubbly bubbly (sheesha) - water pipes and the famous Ramadan menu.people sleep late during ramaadan and wake up late as well. so the streets are empty during day time and packed during night time.Shopping During Ramadan
Shopping is a very powerful motivating factor for going on Dubai holidays and the month of Ramadan makes for some gala retail therapy. Many of the shopping malls do stay open during the daytime and are refreshingly isolated. The shopping areas close during the day open for business after dusk. In fact, Ramadan proves to be great for some night time shopping in Dubai. The shopping malls and other shopping centres stay open late into the night. Special irresistible promotions are offered by a number of stores, restaurants, hotels, and airlines.
Monday 25 July 2011
Friday 15 July 2011
Top Attractions in Dubai
DUBAI GOLD SOUK
Dubai is the largest Gold trading centre in the entire Middle East. it is not for nothing that Dubai is referred to as "city of Gold". Dubai is the place where you'll be dazzled by the glitter of gold and amused by swarming streets. in fact it is advisable to wear your shades lest the sparkle "blinds" you.
one of the prime shopping centres in Dubai is Deira Gold Souk. This place is undoubtedly one of the main tourist attractions in Dubai. Tourist on dubai tours often bear a look of confusion as they are unable to make up their mind about what to buy from Deira gold souk. it is not for nothing that Dubai is refered to as the "city of gold'. Deira Gold souk , Dubai has streets lined up with innumerable shops selling gold jewelrry but you have to beware of hagglers selling artificial stuff.
DUBAI CREEK
Dubai creek is a large , shallow lagoon which divides Dubai into two parts. An attactive way to view the creek and the dhows is from abra - one of the small water taxis which criss-cross the creek from the souks of Deira to those one Bur dubai side
JUMEIRAH MOSQUE
The largest and the most beautiful mosque is Jemeirah Mosque. The Mosque is open to non-muslims for tours at 10.00am on most days other than Fridays to give insights into Islam. It is one of the few mosques in the UAE that is open to Non -Muslims.
JUMEIRAH BEACH
Jumeirah literally means "beautiful". This long stretch of beach is lined with palm trees and has plenty of lifeguards on duty.next to the beach is the Jumeirah park which provides a nice break from the sun and sand to eat lunch or gather with friends
WILD WADI WATER PARK
Imagine 12 acres of desert filled with 30 Million litres of water and solely dedicated to having fun. that is Wild Wadi waterpark
The Wild wadi water park is situated in Jumeirah next to Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel
DUBAI MUSEUM
A trip to Dubai is not complete without visiting the Dubai Museum. The Museum was opened by the ruler of Dubai in 1971 and it is the oldest existing building in Dubai.
Dubai Museum is amazingly beautiful and it is located at the Al Fahidi Fort
BURL KHALIFA
begin your Dubai sightseeing with Burj Khalifa, the tallest Building in the world. The Burj Khalifa skyscrapper is a world class destination and the magnificient centrepiece of downtown Dubai. The world's tallest building is surrounded by hotels, must visits shopping destinations and a world of entertainment options.
BURL AL ARAB
built in the shape of the snail of dhow,everyone dreams of staying at the Burj-Al-Arab the most extravagant hotel in the world. World's first seven star hotel choses its customers and not vice versa
it is the fourth tallest hotel in the world and stands on an artificial Island. This all suite luxury hotel in dubai reflects the very finest that the world has to offer. with a discreet in-suite check in, private reception desk on every floor and a brigade of highly trained butlers, you can be assured of the ultimate in personal service throughout your stay.
Dubai is the largest Gold trading centre in the entire Middle East. it is not for nothing that Dubai is referred to as "city of Gold". Dubai is the place where you'll be dazzled by the glitter of gold and amused by swarming streets. in fact it is advisable to wear your shades lest the sparkle "blinds" you.
one of the prime shopping centres in Dubai is Deira Gold Souk. This place is undoubtedly one of the main tourist attractions in Dubai. Tourist on dubai tours often bear a look of confusion as they are unable to make up their mind about what to buy from Deira gold souk. it is not for nothing that Dubai is refered to as the "city of gold'. Deira Gold souk , Dubai has streets lined up with innumerable shops selling gold jewelrry but you have to beware of hagglers selling artificial stuff.
DUBAI CREEK
Dubai creek is a large , shallow lagoon which divides Dubai into two parts. An attactive way to view the creek and the dhows is from abra - one of the small water taxis which criss-cross the creek from the souks of Deira to those one Bur dubai side
JUMEIRAH MOSQUE
The largest and the most beautiful mosque is Jemeirah Mosque. The Mosque is open to non-muslims for tours at 10.00am on most days other than Fridays to give insights into Islam. It is one of the few mosques in the UAE that is open to Non -Muslims.
JUMEIRAH BEACH
Jumeirah literally means "beautiful". This long stretch of beach is lined with palm trees and has plenty of lifeguards on duty.next to the beach is the Jumeirah park which provides a nice break from the sun and sand to eat lunch or gather with friends
WILD WADI WATER PARK
Imagine 12 acres of desert filled with 30 Million litres of water and solely dedicated to having fun. that is Wild Wadi waterpark
The Wild wadi water park is situated in Jumeirah next to Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel
DUBAI MUSEUM
A trip to Dubai is not complete without visiting the Dubai Museum. The Museum was opened by the ruler of Dubai in 1971 and it is the oldest existing building in Dubai.
Dubai Museum is amazingly beautiful and it is located at the Al Fahidi Fort
BURL KHALIFA
begin your Dubai sightseeing with Burj Khalifa, the tallest Building in the world. The Burj Khalifa skyscrapper is a world class destination and the magnificient centrepiece of downtown Dubai. The world's tallest building is surrounded by hotels, must visits shopping destinations and a world of entertainment options.
BURL AL ARAB
built in the shape of the snail of dhow,everyone dreams of staying at the Burj-Al-Arab the most extravagant hotel in the world. World's first seven star hotel choses its customers and not vice versa
it is the fourth tallest hotel in the world and stands on an artificial Island. This all suite luxury hotel in dubai reflects the very finest that the world has to offer. with a discreet in-suite check in, private reception desk on every floor and a brigade of highly trained butlers, you can be assured of the ultimate in personal service throughout your stay.
Wednesday 13 July 2011
TRAVEL & TOURISM: Enlighten yourself with the best attractions in Du...
TRAVEL & TOURISM: Enlighten yourself with the best attractions in Du...: "Dubai does not only boast the best contemporary sightings but has also preserved some of the most intringing historical attractions. DUBAI ..."
Enlighten yourself with the best attractions in Dubai
Dubai does not only boast the best contemporary sightings but has also preserved some of the most intringing historical attractions.
DUBAI is one of the seven Emirates of the UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) and has the largest population with the second largest land territory by area of all emirates ,after ABU DHABI. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the only two emirates to have veto Power over critical matters of national importance in the co
untry's legislature
Dubai has emerged as a global city and a business hub . Although Dubai's economy was built on the oil industry, the emirate's model of business drives its economy with the effect that its main revenues are now from tourism, real estates and financial services, similar to that of western countries.
Dubai is divided into two parts -DEIRA on the Northern side and BUR DUBAI to the south.Each of the creek has its share of fine mosques and busy souqs, public buildings, shopping malls, hotels, apartments, banks, hospitals.
Dubai highly developed luxury resorts and abundant sunshine make dubai one of the most prefered long haul holiday destinations. with some of the best and biggest buildings and many world's firsts, Dubai has marked its place on the world map as an epitome of luxury and massive construction projects
The Currency in Dubai is UAE Dirham (Dh) dubai currency notes are available in denominations of 5,10,20,50,100,200,500 and 1,000 Dirhams.
GETTING AROUND DUBAI
Public transport in Dubai are the most popular mode of transport, preferred by lower income class travelers.The most frequently used mode of transport is DTC. and it is operated by the DUBAI TAXI CORPORATION. DTC are easily identified by their cream colour. Taxis are easily available and cheap as the fares are metered .
DUBAI is one of the seven Emirates of the UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) and has the largest population with the second largest land territory by area of all emirates ,after ABU DHABI. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the only two emirates to have veto Power over critical matters of national importance in the co
untry's legislature
Dubai has emerged as a global city and a business hub . Although Dubai's economy was built on the oil industry, the emirate's model of business drives its economy with the effect that its main revenues are now from tourism, real estates and financial services, similar to that of western countries.
Dubai is divided into two parts -DEIRA on the Northern side and BUR DUBAI to the south.Each of the creek has its share of fine mosques and busy souqs, public buildings, shopping malls, hotels, apartments, banks, hospitals.
Dubai highly developed luxury resorts and abundant sunshine make dubai one of the most prefered long haul holiday destinations. with some of the best and biggest buildings and many world's firsts, Dubai has marked its place on the world map as an epitome of luxury and massive construction projects
The Currency in Dubai is UAE Dirham (Dh) dubai currency notes are available in denominations of 5,10,20,50,100,200,500 and 1,000 Dirhams.
GETTING AROUND DUBAI
Public transport in Dubai are the most popular mode of transport, preferred by lower income class travelers.The most frequently used mode of transport is DTC. and it is operated by the DUBAI TAXI CORPORATION. DTC are easily identified by their cream colour. Taxis are easily available and cheap as the fares are metered .
Friday 1 July 2011
TOURISM
TOURISM is travel for recreational, leisure or business purposes. THE WORLD TOURISM ORGANISATION defines tourists as people who " travel to stay in places outside their usual environment for more than twenty-four (24)hours and not more than one consecutive year for leisure,business and other purposes not related to the exercise of an activity remunerated from within the place visited".
Tourism is vital for many countries such as France ,Egypt,Greece,United states,Spain,Italy and Thailand and many Island nations such as The Bahamas ,Fiji,Maidives,Philippines and the Scychelles due to the large intake of money for businesses with their goods and services and the opportunity for employment in the service industries associated with tourism. These services industries include transportation services,such as airlines, cruise ships and taxicabs, hospitatilty services such as accomodations, including hotels and resorts and entertainment venues such as amusement parks,casinos,shopping malls, music venues and theatres.
Tourism is vital for many countries such as France ,Egypt,Greece,United states,Spain,Italy and Thailand and many Island nations such as The Bahamas ,Fiji,Maidives,Philippines and the Scychelles due to the large intake of money for businesses with their goods and services and the opportunity for employment in the service industries associated with tourism. These services industries include transportation services,such as airlines, cruise ships and taxicabs, hospitatilty services such as accomodations, including hotels and resorts and entertainment venues such as amusement parks,casinos,shopping malls, music venues and theatres.
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